The Autism Tissue Program, in partnership with the M.I.N.D. Institute, makes post-mortem brain tissue available to as many qualified scientists as possible in order to advance autism research. Using brain tissue, scientists can go far beyond the constraints of other technologies and study autism on both a cellular and molecular level. Without this tissue — the most fundamental, rare and precious of resources — studies that could lead to the treatment and eventual cure for autism spectrum disorders cannot be done. Brain tissue studies also increase our ability to learn to diagnose autism earlier and better assess the risks of inheritance.

Currently, brain donation for research is not included in organ donor and tissue donor programs. To enroll in the Autism Tissue Program, visit www.MemoriesofHope.org or for more information, call (877) 333-0999.